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    Sound travels about 4 times faster in water than in air.
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    Why Do Old Books Have a Distinct Smell?
    The reason why old books have such a distinct smell is because hundreds of organic compounds in the pages break down over time and release chemicals that smell like almond, vanilla, and grass.
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    Scientists Recreate Conversations Held Behind Soundproof Glass by Recording Vibrations on Chip Bag
    Scientists have been able to recreate conversations that were held behind a soundproof glass wall by recording the vibrations seen on a potato chip bag.
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    According to studies, men change their minds two to three times more often than women.
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    Coke-Powered Phone
    Coke-Powered Phone
    Daizi Zheng, a Chinese designer, made a Coca-Cola powered cell phone. She designed a battery that uses enzymes to generate electricity from the carbs.
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    The smell of freshly cut grass is actually a plant distress call.
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    Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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    One cubic foot of gold weighs more than 1,200 pounds!
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